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Zebra Cookies Recipe

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Delight in the whimsical charm of Zebra Cookies, featuring an irresistible marbled design created by alternating vanilla and chocolate dough. These tender, buttery cookies offer a perfect balance of rich cocoa and sweet vanilla flavors, making them a fun and tasty treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Chocolate Dough

  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cookie removal and cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, ensuring they are well combined for even distribution.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and smooth, which will yield tender cookies.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until the dough forms a cohesive mass without overmixing to prevent toughness.
  6. Divide Dough: Split the dough evenly into two portions, preparing one for vanilla and the other for chocolate flavoring.
  7. Create Chocolate Dough: To one portion, add the cocoa powder and milk, mixing thoroughly until the cocoa is fully incorporated, resulting in a smooth chocolate dough.
  8. Form Dough Balls: Roll small balls of both vanilla and chocolate dough, approximately 1 inch in diameter, ensuring uniform size for even baking.
  9. Make Zebra Logs: Roll together one ball of vanilla dough and one ball of chocolate dough to form a striped “log” shape, creating the signature zebra pattern.
  10. Slice and Bake: Slice the dough logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes or until edges turn lightly golden.
  11. Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes after baking, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain their shape and texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use vegan butter.
  • Chilling the dough logs in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before slicing can help achieve cleaner zebra stripes.
  • If you like, dust the cookies with powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness and presentation.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.

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